Western Illinois University
Traditional BSN · Macomb, IL
Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- 3.00
- Min. Science GPA
- 3.00
- Entrance Exam
- None required
- Min. Exam Score
- Not specified
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- NursingCAS application by March 1 for fall admission (accepted until May 31 if space allows); support courses within the last five years
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
WIU pre-licensure BSN. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and 3.0 nursing-support-course GPA, with support courses (A&P I/II, microbiology, chemistry, statistics, nutrition) requiring C+ (2.33) or better. No entrance exam or Casper mentioned. The minScienceGPA value reflects the support-course GPA. Verified from official WIU nursing catalog page (2026-06-27).
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Frequently asked questions about Western Illinois University's nursing program
What are the GPA requirements for Western Illinois University's BSN program?
To be considered for the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University, you need a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in nursing support courses.
Does Western Illinois University require an entrance exam for admission to the nursing program?
No, Western Illinois University does not require an entrance exam for admission to its Traditional BSN program.
What prerequisite courses does Western Illinois University require for its BSN program?
Western Illinois University requires several prerequisite courses for its Traditional BSN program, including Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Chemistry, Statistics, and Nutrition.
When is the application deadline for the BSN program at Western Illinois University?
The application deadline for the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University is March 1 for fall admission. Applications may be accepted until May 31 if space allows.
How competitive is admission to Western Illinois University's BSN program?
Admission to the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University is competitive, requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 in both overall and support courses.
What grades do I need in the support courses for Western Illinois University's nursing program?
For the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University, you must earn a grade of C+ (2.33) or better in all nursing support courses.
How do I apply to the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University?
To apply to the Traditional BSN program at Western Illinois University, you need to submit a NursingCAS application by the March 1 deadline, with the possibility of later acceptance if space is available.
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